The Bombay Hills are a range of hills to the south of Auckland, New Zealand. Though only a small and seemingly insignificant range of hills, they lie at the southern boundary of the Auckland region, and serve as a divide between Auckland and the Waikato region. directly named after the ship Bombay, The ship itself was named after the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). Bombay Means: a breed of black short-haired medium-sized cat.

We stop to get some great coffee at your own expense and a comfort break before we continue our journey into the Waikato region.

We will also pass through the unique town of Tirau (the corrugated iron sculpture capital of the world) known for its antique shops and animal-shaped corrugated iron buildings.

Upon arriving in Rotorua, reconnect with nature on the iconic Redwoods Treewalk, where suspended walkways weave through the towering 120-year-old redwoods of the magnificent Whakarewarewa Forest. Surrounded by giant trees, native ferns, and peaceful forest scenery, this immersive walk offers a wonderful opportunity to slow down and appreciate the beauty of nature.

Afterwards, enjoy a delicious café-style lunch in Lake Rotorua before immersing yourself in the signature two-hour restorative wellness journey at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa. Inspired by Māori healing traditions, this multi-sensory experience blends geothermal heat, mineral-rich waters, mud, steam, and hydrotherapy rituals to create one of New Zealand’s most unique spa experiences, leaving you feeling deeply relaxed and renewed. As your private Rotorua wellness experience from Auckland draws to a close, simply sit back and relax on the journey home with a renewed sense of calm and wellbeing. From the serenity of ancient forests to the soothing embrace of geothermal waters and cultural wellness traditions, this thoughtfully curated experience offers the perfect balance of nature, relaxation, and rejuvenation, leaving you refreshed, recharged, and inspired long after the day has ended.

After an enchanting fun-filled cultural experience at Rotorua, it is now time to head back to Auckland to conclude your evening and drop-off at your hotel in Auckland. We can also drop you at your accommodation in Rotorua if you are staying locally in the region.